2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (455 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (382 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Silverado | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2950 mm |
